{"id":2091,"date":"2025-11-20T11:54:06","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T11:54:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/atelierbotanica.eu\/terms-and-conditions\/"},"modified":"2026-07-04T19:19:25","modified_gmt":"2026-07-04T19:19:25","slug":"terms-and-conditions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/atelierbotanica.eu\/en\/terms-and-conditions\/","title":{"rendered":"Terms and conditions"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"2091\" class=\"elementor elementor-2091 elementor-177\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3fcfe1c9 e-flex e-con-boxed rael-particle-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3fcfe1c9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;rae_animations_entrance&quot;:&quot;none&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-101ca2aa elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"101ca2aa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n<p><strong>GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS \u2013 E-Trading (Atelier Botanica)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Table of contents<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>Article 1 \u2013 Definitions<br>Article 2 \u2013 Identity of the entrepreneur<br>Article 3 \u2013 Applicability<br>Article 4 \u2013 The offer<br>Article 5 \u2013 Conclusion of the agreement<br>Article 6 \u2013 Right of withdrawal<br>Article 7 \u2013 Obligations of the consumer during the withdrawal period<br>Article 8 \u2013 Exercise of the right of withdrawal and return costs<br>Article 9 \u2013 Reimbursement by the entrepreneur<br>Article 10 \u2013 Exceptions to the right of withdrawal<br>Article 11 \u2013 Prices<br>Article 12 \u2013 Conformity and legal guarantee<br>Article 13 \u2013 Delivery and execution<br>Article 14 \u2013 Continuing performance transactions (if applicable)<br>Article 15 \u2013 Payment<br>Article 16 \u2013 Complaints procedure<br>Article 17 \u2013 Applicable law and competent court<br>Article 18 \u2013 Additional or deviating provisions<br>Article 19 \u2013 Out-of-court complaint procedure<br>Annex I \u2013 Model withdrawal form<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 1 \u2013 Definitions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>In these general terms and conditions, the following definitions apply:<\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li><strong>Supplementary agreement:<\/strong> an agreement whereby the consumer acquires products\/services related to a previous distance agreement, and which are delivered by E-Trading or a third party designated by E-Trading.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Withdrawal period:<\/strong> the period within which the consumer can exercise their right of withdrawal.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Consumer:<\/strong> any natural person acting for purposes outside their trade, business, craft, or professional activity.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Day:<\/strong> calendar day.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Digital content:<\/strong> data produced and delivered digitally.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Continuing performance transaction \/ agreement:<\/strong> an agreement that provides for the repeated delivery of goods or services during a specific or indefinite period.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Durable medium:<\/strong> any medium (including email) that allows information to be consulted unchanged at a later time.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Right of withdrawal:<\/strong> the consumer&#8217;s right to cancel the distance agreement within the withdrawal period.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Entrepreneur:<\/strong> E-Trading, as described in Article 2.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Distance agreement:<\/strong> an agreement concluded via the webshop, without the physical presence of the entrepreneur and consumer, using electronic means of communication.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Model withdrawal form:<\/strong> the European model form included as Annex I.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Distance communication:<\/strong> any means by which an agreement can be concluded without simultaneous physical presence (e.g., webshop, email, telephone).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 2 \u2013 Identity of the entrepreneur<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p><strong>E-Trading<\/strong><br\/>Nieuwlandstraat 2, 9120 Melsele, Belgium<br\/>VAT number: <strong>BE0829.591.510<\/strong><br\/>Email: <strong>info@atelierbotanica.eu<\/strong><br\/>Website: <strong>www.atelierbotanica.eu<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 3 \u2013 Applicability<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>These terms and conditions apply to every offer from E-Trading and to every purchase via the webshop.<\/li>\n\n<li>The terms and conditions are made available before the order is finalized.<\/li>\n\n<li>When an agreement is concluded electronically, the consumer can easily save or print these terms and conditions.<\/li>\n\n<li>If special conditions also apply in addition to these terms (e.g., for promotions), the consumer is always entitled to the provision that is most favorable to them.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 4 \u2013 The offer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>Temporary offers or specific conditions are clearly stated.<\/li>\n\n<li>E-Trading describes products as accurately as possible. Photos and descriptions are illustrative; small natural variations are possible. <\/li>\n\n<li>Obvious errors in the offer (e.g., typos) do not bind E-Trading.<\/li>\n\n<li>The offer contains sufficient information so that the consumer knows their rights and obligations before purchase.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 5 \u2013 Conclusion of the agreement<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>The agreement is concluded as soon as the consumer accepts the offer and completes the ordering process.<\/li>\n\n<li>After ordering, the consumer receives a confirmation by email.<\/li>\n\n<li>E-Trading takes appropriate security measures for online transactions.<\/li>\n\n<li>E-Trading may refuse an order or impose additional conditions if there are valid reasons (e.g., suspicion of abuse or non-payment).<\/li>\n\n<li>Upon delivery, the consumer receives at least:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>contact details for complaints,<\/li>\n\n<li>information about the right of withdrawal or its exclusion,<\/li>\n\n<li>price including taxes and any delivery costs,<\/li>\n\n<li>payment and delivery method,<\/li>\n\n<li>and if applicable: the model withdrawal form.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 6 \u2013 Right of withdrawal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>The consumer can withdraw from an online purchase within <strong>14 days<\/strong> of receipt without giving reasons, unless a legal exception applies (see Article 10).<\/li>\n\n<li>The withdrawal period starts:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>for a single product: the day after receipt;<\/li>\n\n<li>for multiple products in one order: the day after receipt of the last product;<\/li>\n\n<li>for partial shipments: the day after receipt of the last part;<\/li>\n\n<li>for repeated deliveries: the day after receipt of the first delivery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 7 \u2013 Obligations of the consumer during the withdrawal period<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>The consumer shall handle the product with care and only open\/consume it to the extent necessary to assess it as they would in a physical store.<\/li>\n\n<li>Depreciation caused by use beyond what is necessary may be charged to the consumer.<\/li>\n\n<li>If E-Trading has not provided essential information about withdrawal, no depreciation can be charged.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 8 \u2013 Exercise of the right of withdrawal and return costs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>If the consumer wishes to withdraw, they must report this within 14 days via email or another clear statement.<\/li>\n\n<li>The product must be returned within 14 days of notification, in its original state and packaging, with all accessories.<\/li>\n\n<li>The risk of the return shipment lies with the consumer until the package is received by E-Trading.<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Return costs are for the consumer<\/strong>, unless E-Trading explicitly states otherwise.<\/li>\n\n<li>For services\/digital content that have already started at the consumer&#8217;s request, a proportional cost may be charged for the part already performed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 9 \u2013 Reimbursement by the entrepreneur<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>E-Trading will refund all amounts received within <strong>14 days<\/strong> of the withdrawal notification.<\/li>\n\n<li>E-Trading may wait to refund until the product has been received or until the consumer provides proof of shipment.<\/li>\n\n<li>Refunds are made via the same payment method, unless otherwise agreed.<\/li>\n\n<li>Extra costs for a delivery option more expensive than standard will not be refunded.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 10 \u2013 Exceptions to the right of withdrawal<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>The right of withdrawal does not apply to:<\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li><strong>Products that spoil quickly or have a limited shelf life<\/strong> (such as food products).<\/li>\n\n<li><strong>Sealed food items<\/strong> that cannot be returned after opening for reasons of hygiene\/food safety.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n<p>When a product falls under these exceptions, this will be clearly stated in the offer.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 11 \u2013 Prices<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>Prices are always in euros and include VAT, unless otherwise stated.<\/li>\n\n<li>Price changes due to legal or fiscal adjustments may be implemented.<\/li>\n\n<li>Obvious price errors will lead to correction; the consumer can then cancel free of charge.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 12 \u2013 Conformity and legal guarantee<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>E-Trading delivers products that comply with the agreement and with normal expectations of quality and usability.<\/li>\n\n<li>The consumer retains their legal guarantee rights in case of lack of conformity.<\/li>\n\n<li>Any extra guarantees never limit legal rights.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 13 \u2013 Delivery and execution<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>Delivery takes place at the address provided by the consumer.<\/li>\n\n<li>Orders are processed as quickly as possible, at the latest within 30 days unless otherwise indicated.<\/li>\n\n<li>In case of delay, the consumer will be notified in time and may cancel free of charge.<\/li>\n\n<li>Risk of loss or damage lies with E-Trading until delivery.<\/li>\n\n<li>Shipping conditions (unless otherwise stated on the site):\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>free from <strong>\u20ac50.00<\/strong><\/li>\n\n<li>otherwise <strong>\u20ac5.95<\/strong> shipping costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 14 \u2013 Continuing performance transactions (if applicable)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>If E-Trading offers subscriptions\/periodic deliveries, the consumer can terminate an agreement for an indefinite period with a maximum of 1 month&#8217;s notice.<\/li>\n\n<li>Temporary subscriptions end automatically unless the consumer renews in time.<\/li>\n\n<li>Tacit renewals never occur to the detriment of the consumer.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 15 \u2013 Payment<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>Payment is made via the payment methods offered in the checkout.<\/li>\n\n<li>In case of late payment, E-Trading may charge legal interest and reasonable collection costs.<\/li>\n\n<li>Errors in payment details must be reported immediately by the consumer.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 16 \u2013 Complaints procedure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>Complaints should be reported as soon as possible, and preferably within 48 hours after discovery, via <strong>[your email]<\/strong> with a clear description and photos if possible.<\/li>\n\n<li>E-Trading will respond within 14 days.<\/li>\n\n<li>If more time is needed, the consumer will receive an acknowledgment of receipt with an indication of timing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 17 \u2013 Applicable law and competent court<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>All agreements are governed by <strong>Belgian law<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n<li>Disputes fall under the jurisdiction of the courts of the district of E-Trading&#8217;s registered office, unless mandatory consumer law dictates otherwise.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 18 \u2013 Additional or deviating provisions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>Deviations from these terms and conditions are only valid if confirmed in writing. They may never conflict with mandatory consumer legislation. <\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Article 19 \u2013 Out-of-court complaint procedure<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"1\">\n<li>If the parties do not resolve the dispute mutually, the consumer can contact:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Consumer Mediation Service<\/strong> (1000 Brussels, Koning Albert II-laan 8 bus 1)<\/li>\n\n<li>or via the <strong>European Commission&#8217;s ODR platform<\/strong>:<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/ec.europa.eu\/odr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/ec.europa.eu\/odr<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n<p><strong>Annex I \u2013 Model withdrawal form<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p><em>(Only complete and return this form if you wish to withdraw from the agreement and if withdrawal is legally applicable.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n<p>To:<br\/><strong>E-Trading (Atelier 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